Question 1

What are the specs of the RAWSON 30?

Accepted Answer

The RAWSON 30 has the following specifications: 30.5ft LOA, 9ft beam, 5ft draft, 12,000lb displacement, 5,000.4lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

How much does a RAWSON 30 cost?

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The RAWSON 30 has an average asking price of $18,000, with prices ranging from $18,000 to $18,000 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the RAWSON 30 and when was it made?

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Built by Ron Rawson, Inc., designed by William Garden, first built in 1958, with production ending in 1984, 252 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the RAWSON 30 good for offshore sailing?

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The RAWSON 30 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 40.46, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.58, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the RAWSON 30?

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The RAWSON 30 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 12.99, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 503.11, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a RAWSON 30?

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Annual maintenance for a RAWSON 30 is estimated at $1.5K – $3.9K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a RAWSON 30 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the RAWSON 30 (30.5ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.5K – $3.9K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $150-$300/year (based on $18,000 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 30.5ft boat: Florida: $5,500-$14,600/year. California: $5,100-$12,800/year. Massachusetts: $3,800-$8,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,800-$10,700/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,700-$6,600/year. Texas: $2,200-$6,600/year. Washington: $4,400-$9,500/year. Michigan: $2,100-$4,700/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,300-$6,600/year. South Carolina: $4,800-$9,200/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $23K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 8

How much does it cost to dock a RAWSON 30?

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Marina slip costs for the RAWSON 30 (30.5ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,500-$14,600/year. California: $5,100-$12,800/year. Massachusetts: $3,800-$8,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,800-$10,700/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,700-$6,600/year. Texas: $2,200-$6,600/year. Washington: $4,400-$9,500/year. Michigan: $2,100-$4,700/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,300-$6,600/year. South Carolina: $4,800-$9,200/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 9

What are the common problems with the RAWSON 30?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 7 issues reported for the RAWSON 30 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, keel, deck, rigging, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the RAWSON 30.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a RAWSON 30?

Accepted Answer

When buying a RAWSON 30, SailPages.com has compiled 7 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, keel, deck, rigging. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the RAWSON 30 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

What are the sail dimensions of the RAWSON 30?

Accepted Answer

The RAWSON 30 has the following rig dimensions: I=36ft (foretriangle height), J=11ft (foretriangle base), P=31.8ft (mainsail luff), E=14.2ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 441.8 sq ft. Jib area: 198 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the RAWSON 30 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The RAWSON 30 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 30.5ft LOA, comfort ratio 40.46, capsize ratio 1.58, SA/disp 12.99, average price $18,000. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	30.5 ft
LWL	22 ft
Beam	9 ft
Draft	5 ft
Displacement	12,000 lb
Ballast	5,000.4 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.3 kn

Iforetriangle height	36 ft
Jforetriangle base	11 ft
Pmainsail luff	31.8 ft
Emainsail foot	14.2 ft
FLforestay	11 ft
Mainsail	441.8 sq ft
Jib (100%)	198 sq ft
Spinnaker	336.6 sq ft

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